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Büyükada Viranbağ
South-side hole dive with soft growth and calm-weather boat access.
Local operator required
The site is normally reached by boat and is only workable when the sea is calm enough to run the crossing.
A small, cave-like Büyükada feature with a shallow entrance, deeper pocket, and operator-dependent access on calm days.
About Büyükada Viranbağ
Büyükada Viranbağ is a south-side Prince Islands dive for divers who want a short, unusual hole feature rather than a long reef run. The highlight is a cave-like opening that drops into a deeper pocket, with soft corals, anemones, fish of all sizes, and occasional squid around the structure. Plan it as a boat-led dive that only works in windless weather and rewards good buoyancy and a light.
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Research Estimate At Büyükada Viranbağ
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Where Is Büyükada Viranbağ?
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Büyükada Viranbağ Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m+
Depth Note
The hole is described with a shallow entrance around 5 m; the full pocket depth is not firmly documented.
Best Season
Summer.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered south-side island water with a small cave-like hole, soft growth, and calm-weather access constraints.
Safety & Access At Büyükada Viranbağ
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentRestricted access
Safety Notes
The hole behaves like a small overhead-style feature, so keep buoyancy tight, carry a light, and stop before pushing into tight spaces. Only go when the boat operator says the sea is calm enough.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is limited to windless weather windows.
Legal Notes
No special permit surfaced for the site; the main limitation is weather and operator scheduling.
Local Intel For Büyükada Viranbağ
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Treat the hole as a short exploration rather than a long drift. Stay close to the guide and keep your exit line clear.
Freediving
Only the shallow approach is suitable for very limited freediving.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling works only around the shallow entry; the hole is the actual draw.
Wildlife at Büyükada Viranbağ
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Büyükada Viranbağ
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Büyükada Viranbağ
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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